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CORE77 OPEN EXHIBITION 2012

Danny BrightCore77 OPEN ExhibitionCore77 invited 35 designers from New York to participate in an open exhibition representing the five boroughs.Designed by: Laurence Sarrazinwww.core77.com/nydesignweek/open.asp

Danny BrightCore77 OPEN ExhibitionCore77 invited 35 designers from New York to participate in an open exhibition representing the five boroughs.Designed by: Laurence Sarrazinwww.core77.com/nydesignweek/open.asp

Danny BrightCore77 OPEN ExhibitionCore77 invited 35 designers from New York to participate in an open exhibition representing the five boroughs.Designed by: Laurence Sarrazinwww.core77.com/nydesignweek/open.asp

Danny BrightCore77 OPEN ExhibitionCore77 invited 35 designers from New York to participate in an open exhibition representing the five boroughs.Designed by: Laurence Sarrazinwww.core77.com/nydesignweek/open.asp

Glen Jackson TaylorCore77 OPEN InvitationCore77 invited New York City designers to participate in an open exhibition for New York Design Week. 35 designers represent all five boroughs.Designed by: Core77www.core77.com/nydesignweek/open.asp

Glen Jackson TaylorUHURU, Strap End Table. 2012Reclaimed antique pine beams, leather, steel. The Strap End Table is a reference to school days past. Stacked sections of reclaimed antique pine are held in place by thick strips of leather, like belts on a pile of textbooks. Algebra and history are re-envisioned in the pine beams, reclaimed from factory buildings in New York City. The leather is inset into the rough wood, deliberately juxtaposing the two textures. The laser cut steel base holds the bands mechanically in place, providing a sturdDesigned by: UHURU Designwww.uhurudesign.com

Glen Jackson TaylorVictoria Munro, Porcelain Series. 2010-2011.Porcelain and Glaze. The project involves a hybridization of multiple mediums. The incorporation of classic plastic design into porcelain sculpture acts as a catalyst for discussion about the value and meaning of materials and finish. The Porcelain Series explores the possibilities of fused identities for design and art works.Designed by: Victoria Munrowww.victoriamunro.wordpress.com

Glen Jackson TaylorVictoria Munro, Porcelain Series. 2010-2011.Porcelain and Glaze. The project involves a hybridization of multiple mediums. The incorporation of classic plastic design into porcelain sculpture acts as a catalyst for discussion about the value and meaning of materials and finish. The Porcelain Series explores the possibilities of fused identities for design and art works.Designed by: Victoria Munrowww.victoriamunro.wordpress.com

Glen Jackson TaylorJeremyville, Hieronymous The Bunny of the Apocalypse. 2012.Porcelain. Hieronymus, the Bunny of the Apocalypse, is a central character in the new 'Fragments of the Apocalypse' series of figures and multiples dealing with the last days of pop culture on earth, the death of mass consumer icons, and the end of days in which Pop finally eats itself. Hieronymus is the first ceramic figure from this new, darker series of works by Jeremyville. Each internal figure stacks on top of each other like a totem, and the exterior Bunny closes to conceal its inner turmoDesigned by: Jeremyvillewww.jeremyville.com

Glen Jackson TaylorJeremyville, Hieronymous The Bunny of the Apocalypse. 2012.Porcelain. Hieronymus, the Bunny of the Apocalypse, is a central character in the new 'Fragments of the Apocalypse' series of figures and multiples dealing with the last days of pop culture on earth, the death of mass consumer icons, and the end of days in which Pop finally eats itself. Hieronymus is the first ceramic figure from this new, darker series of works by Jeremyville. Each internal figure stacks on top of each other like a totem, and the exterior Bunny closes to conceal its inner turmoDesigned by: Jeremyvillewww.jeremyville.com

Glen Jackson TaylorJeremyville, Hieronymous The Bunny of the Apocalypse. 2012.Porcelain. Hieronymus, the Bunny of the Apocalypse, is a central character in the new 'Fragments of the Apocalypse' series of figures and multiples dealing with the last days of pop culture on earth, the death of mass consumer icons, and the end of days in which Pop finally eats itself. Hieronymus is the first ceramic figure from this new, darker series of works by Jeremyville. Each internal figure stacks on top of each other like a totem, and the exterior Bunny closes to conceal its inner turmoDesigned by: Jeremyvillewww.jeremyville.com

Glen Jackson TaylorJeremyville, Hieronymous The Bunny of the Apocalypse. 2012.Porcelain. Hieronymus, the Bunny of the Apocalypse, is a central character in the new 'Fragments of the Apocalypse' series of figures and multiples dealing with the last days of pop culture on earth, the death of mass consumer icons, and the end of days in which Pop finally eats itself. Hieronymus is the first ceramic figure from this new, darker series of works by Jeremyville. Each internal figure stacks on top of each other like a totem, and the exterior Bunny closes to conceal its inner turmoDesigned by: Jeremyvillewww.jeremyville.com

Glen Jackson TaylorBrad Ascalon and Frederick McSwain for Neal Feay Studio, Timber. 2012Timber started as a discussion about each designer's hometown. In each, farmlands and wooded acreage transitioned into big box stores and strip malls over the course of both Ascalon and McSwain's respective childhoods. With that in mind, wood legs attempt to take back the surfaces they once inhabited, surfaces that we have not only gotten used to but over time have grown to accept as the natural occurrences of modern life. Designed by: Brad Ascalon & Frederick McSwainwww.nealfeaystudio.com

Glen Jackson TaylorBrad Ascalon and Frederick McSwain for Neal Feay Studio, Timber. 2012Timber started as a discussion about each designer's hometown. In each, farmlands and wooded acreage transitioned into big box stores and strip malls over the course of both Ascalon and McSwain's respective childhoods. With that in mind, wood legs attempt to take back the surfaces they once inhabited, surfaces that we have not only gotten used to but over time have grown to accept as the natural occurrences of modern life. Designed by: Brad Ascalon & Frederick McSwainwww.nealfeaystudio.com

Glen Jackson TaylorBrad Ascalon and Frederick McSwain for Neal Feay Studio, Turntable. 2012Turntable began as a conversation about both Ascalon and McSwain's first passion and form of expression, music. Inspired by the record player, which seems to be merely a novelty outside of the world of true audiophiles anymore, the concept was developed to force the observer to rotate around the table, and not vice versa, in order to experience the work. The result is an optical illusion that draws the viewer in to an otherwise simple form. Turntable is made from solid milled aluminum utilizing Designed by: Brad Ascalon & Frederick McSwainwww.nealfeaystudio.com

Glen Jackson TaylorElizabeth New, Trash Quilt. 2012.Custom Cotton Fabric, Thread, Cotton Batting. Trash Quilt is patterned after a classic double wedding ring quilt. From far away you can see the beautiful earth tones moving in and out of one another, but as you get closer you begin to realize that all the textures are trash, dirt, filth on the subway walls, and when you encounter the work up close, you can see the appliqued rats on the surface. In utilizing the grotesque, New utilizes the very territory of our daily life, offering an alternativeDesigned by: Elizabeth Newwww.enewdesign.tumblr.com

Glen Jackson TaylorMichael Ferris Jr., Toufic. 2010Ultimately my main motivation is to transcend and transform the discarded wood into something that is very well-crafted, beautiful and most importantly an expression of my subject's--and my own--psychological and spiritual inner self. Inlaid gaming tables from the Middle East as well as the influence of my Lebanese heritage have played a particularly important role in the aesthetic formation of my work.Designed by: Michael Ferris Jr.www.michaelferrisjr.com

Glen Jackson TaylorMichael Ferris Jr., Toufic. 2010Ultimately my main motivation is to transcend and transform the discarded wood into something that is very well-crafted, beautiful and most importantly an expression of my subject's--and my own--psychological and spiritual inner self. Inlaid gaming tables from the Middle East as well as the influence of my Lebanese heritage have played a particularly important role in the aesthetic formation of my work.Designed by: Michael Ferris Jr.www.michaelferrisjr.com

Glen Jackson TaylorMichael Ferris Jr., Toufic. 2010Ultimately my main motivation is to transcend and transform the discarded wood into something that is very well-crafted, beautiful and most importantly an expression of my subject's--and my own--psychological and spiritual inner self. Inlaid gaming tables from the Middle East as well as the influence of my Lebanese heritage have played a particularly important role in the aesthetic formation of my work.Designed by: Michael Ferris Jr.www.michaelferrisjr.com

Glen Jackson TaylorSeldon Yuan, Center of the Youniverse. 2011"Center of the Youniverse" plays with ideas about vanity, narcissism, the microcosmic and the macrocosmic. Can one look at a mirror and not look at oneself even when juxtaposed and framed by a starry night sky? Do we buy into the constructed illusion that it makes, the raw parts and mechanics, but does one see that moment of criticality or does one just see what one wants to see--an image of oneself framed in the eclipse of its halo of light among stars, as a celestial body, as the center of theDesigned by: Seldon Yuanwww.seldonyuan.com

Glen Jackson TaylorSeldon Yuan, Center of the Youniverse. 2011"Center of the Youniverse" plays with ideas about vanity, narcissism, the microcosmic and the macrocosmic. Can one look at a mirror and not look at oneself even when juxtaposed and framed by a starry night sky? Do we buy into the constructed illusion that it makes, the raw parts and mechanics, but does one see that moment of criticality or does one just see what one wants to see--an image of oneself framed in the eclipse of its halo of light among stars, as a celestial body, as the center of theDesigned by: Seldon Yuanwww.seldonyuan.com

Glen Jackson TaylorScott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodi, Brewing As Art. 2010.Brewing as Art was built to be a fully functional, mobile, Steampunk inspired, brewing machine. There are no pumps or the need for external power sources, all of the liquid is transferred using gravity. The sculpture was built to mash the two art forms of steel sculpture and beer making together, as well as celebrate the rich history of the beer brewing industry in Staten Island a century ago.Designed by: Scott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodiwww.brewingasart.com

Glen Jackson TaylorScott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodi, Brewing As Art. 2010.Brewing as Art was built to be a fully functional, mobile, Steampunk inspired, brewing machine. There are no pumps or the need for external power sources, all of the liquid is transferred using gravity. The sculpture was built to mash the two art forms of steel sculpture and beer making together, as well as celebrate the rich history of the beer brewing industry in Staten Island a century ago.Designed by: Scott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodiwww.brewingasart.com

Glen Jackson TaylorScott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodi, Brewing As Art. 2010.Brewing as Art was built to be a fully functional, mobile, Steampunk inspired, brewing machine. There are no pumps or the need for external power sources, all of the liquid is transferred using gravity. The sculpture was built to mash the two art forms of steel sculpture and beer making together, as well as celebrate the rich history of the beer brewing industry in Staten Island a century ago.Designed by: Scott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodiwww.brewingasart.com

Glen Jackson TaylorScott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodi, Brewing As Art. 2010.Brewing as Art was built to be a fully functional, mobile, Steampunk inspired, brewing machine. There are no pumps or the need for external power sources, all of the liquid is transferred using gravity. The sculpture was built to mash the two art forms of steel sculpture and beer making together, as well as celebrate the rich history of the beer brewing industry in Staten Island a century ago.Designed by: Scott Van Campen/Mark Zappasodiwww.brewingasart.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRich Brilliant Willing, Trig Floor Lamp. 2012.RBW continues its exploration of form and material with Trig, a simple adjustable-height LED floor lamp of anodized aluminum. Paring down the iconic tripod lamp, RBW presents Trig as part of a new series of products that is at once minimal and human. Simply touch Trig anywhere to switch it on or off.Designed by: Rich Brilliant Willingwww.richbrilliantwilling.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRich Brilliant Willing, Trig Floor Lamp. 2012.RBW continues its exploration of form and material with Trig, a simple adjustable-height LED floor lamp of anodized aluminum. Paring down the iconic tripod lamp, RBW presents Trig as part of a new series of products that is at once minimal and human. Simply touch Trig anywhere to switch it on or off.Designed by: Rich Brilliant Willingwww.richbrilliantwilling.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRich Brilliant Willing, Trig Floor Lamp. 2012.RBW continues its exploration of form and material with Trig, a simple adjustable-height LED floor lamp of anodized aluminum. Paring down the iconic tripod lamp, RBW presents Trig as part of a new series of products that is at once minimal and human. Simply touch Trig anywhere to switch it on or off.Designed by: Rich Brilliant Willingwww.richbrilliantwilling.com

Glen Jackson TaylorBen Light, Kinetic 5. 2011A kinetic sculpture composed of a series of 5 pendulums that are controlled by the viewer. When one waves their hand over a sensor, a pendulum is fired.Designed by: Ben Lightwww.blightdesign.com

Glen Jackson TaylorBen Light, Kinetic 5. 2011A kinetic sculpture composed of a series of 5 pendulums that are controlled by the viewer. When one waves their hand over a sensor, a pendulum is fired.Designed by: Ben Lightwww.blightdesign.com

Glen Jackson TaylorEvan Clabots, Barrow Chair, 2012.Sparked by the common misuse of a wheel barrow as a lounge seat during break time on a work site, Clabots has selectively reduced the original form to highlight its most dynamic lines. The wooden slats create a tension between the feminine silhouette of the chairs seat and the hard geometry of the outer metal shell. A new structure and chair form have been found in a timeless and familiar object. Though still referencing it's origins, the components are transformed into a clean chair with it's oDesigned by: Evan Clabotswww.evanclabots.com

Glen Jackson TaylorEvan Clabots, Barrow Chair, 2012.Sparked by the common misuse of a wheel barrow as a lounge seat during break time on a work site, Clabots has selectively reduced the original form to highlight its most dynamic lines. The wooden slats create a tension between the feminine silhouette of the chairs seat and the hard geometry of the outer metal shell. A new structure and chair form have been found in a timeless and familiar object. Though still referencing it's origins, the components are transformed into a clean chair with it's oDesigned by: Evan Clabotswww.evanclabots.com

Glen Jackson TaylorEvan Clabots, Barrow Chair, 2012.Sparked by the common misuse of a wheel barrow as a lounge seat during break time on a work site, Clabots has selectively reduced the original form to highlight its most dynamic lines. The wooden slats create a tension between the feminine silhouette of the chairs seat and the hard geometry of the outer metal shell. A new structure and chair form have been found in a timeless and familiar object. Though still referencing it's origins, the components are transformed into a clean chair with it's oDesigned by: Evan Clabotswww.evanclabots.com

Glen Jackson TaylorSebastian Errazuriz, Chicken Chair, 2011.Errazuriz creates furniture pieces that incorporate conceptual and sculptural themes in a functional piece, often investigating existential themes of life and death. There is something very beautiful about the idea of bringing actual life into a lifeless article of furniture.Designed by: Sebastian Errazurizwww.meetsebastian.com

Glen Jackson TaylorSebastian Errazuriz, Chicken Chair. 2011.Errazuriz creates furniture pieces that incorporate conceptual and sculptural themes in a functional piece, often investigating existential themes of life and death. There is something very beautiful about the idea of bringing actual life into a lifeless article of furniture.Designed by: Sebastian Errazurizwww.meetsebastian.com

Glen Jackson TaylorTalitha James, Sola. 2009.Sola is a desk designed to provide personal space. As a small desk, 24" at its widest point, Sola is a respite from the overwhelming mess on the desk in most home offices. It has been used for lounging, reading, sketching, studying, laptop work, homework and more. For this reason, Sola has proved itself a good fit for school aged children and teens, as well as adults seeking a little bit of personal space.Designed by: Talitha Jameswww.talithajames.com

Glen Jackson TaylorTalitha James, Sola. 2009.Sola is a desk designed to provide personal space. As a small desk, 24" at its widest point, Sola is a respite from the overwhelming mess on the desk in most home offices. It has been used for lounging, reading, sketching, studying, laptop work, homework and more. For this reason, Sola has proved itself a good fit for school aged children and teens, as well as adults seeking a little bit of personal space.Designed by: Talitha Jameswww.talithajames.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRichard Saja, Ancestor Blankets, 2012.Richard Saja is an artist and designer who first studied textile design and then the great books of western civilization. The two coalesced and Historically Inaccurate Decorative Arts was born. Richard usually "interferes with toile" through embroidered embellishment but occasionally feels the need to explore avenues of expression beyond that of the needle. His work presents a cheeky and irreverent riff on historic textiles, always respectful.Designed by: Richard Sajawww.historically-inaccurate.blogspot.com

Glen Jackson TaylorHarry Allen, Cocktail Table, 2011.The Cocktail Table is part of my REALITY work. In this series, instead of casting from life, I re-use the vestiges of our lives. The Can Clusters I created a few years ago are a similar idea. Waste transformed through order and finishing. To me, these liquor bottles connote good times, some may see danger and sadness in them, others may relate to the particular brands, or just to the iconic nature of bottles in general. Whatever the association, meaning is latent decoration. The beauty, however,Designed by: Harry Allenwww.harryallendesign.com

Glen Jackson TaylorHarry Allen, Cocktail Table, 2011.The Cocktail Table is part of my REALITY work. In this series, instead of casting from life, I re-use the vestiges of our lives. The Can Clusters I created a few years ago are a similar idea. Waste transformed through order and finishing. To me, these liquor bottles connote good times, some may see danger and sadness in them, others may relate to the particular brands, or just to the iconic nature of bottles in general. Whatever the association, meaning is latent decoration. The beauty, however,Designed by: Harry Allenwww.harryallendesign.com

Glen Jackson TaylorTattfoo Tan, S.O.S. Sustainable. Organic. Stewardship. OngoingThis multi-purpose cargo bicycle becomes a mobile classroom when parked on the street or at a school or a community center. Thus, it becomes a different kind of vehicle, engaging visitors through workshops and by providing a real-life scale model of what a mobile garden and a compost bin would look like. 'Velocommerce' is all about the mobility of property, and it challenges notions of ownership and private capital.Designed by: Tattfoo Tanwww.tattfoo.com

Glen Jackson TaylorTattfoo Tan, S.O.S. Sustainable. Organic. Stewardship. OngoingThis multi-purpose cargo bicycle becomes a mobile classroom when parked on the street or at a school or a community center. Thus, it becomes a different kind of vehicle, engaging visitors through workshops and by providing a real-life scale model of what a mobile garden and a compost bin would look like. 'Velocommerce' is all about the mobility of property, and it challenges notions of ownership and private capital.Designed by: Tattfoo Tanwww.tattfoo.com

Glen Jackson TaylorTattfoo Tan, S.O.S. Sustainable. Organic. Stewardship. OngoingThis multi-purpose cargo bicycle becomes a mobile classroom when parked on the street or at a school or a community center. Thus, it becomes a different kind of vehicle, engaging visitors through workshops and by providing a real-life scale model of what a mobile garden and a compost bin would look like. 'Velocommerce' is all about the mobility of property, and it challenges notions of ownership and private capital.Designed by: Tattfoo Tanwww.tattfoo.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRama Chorpash, Product Tessellation 4: Nizor Scissor Knife. 2012From the users perspective, a product is a single unit--my ipod, my iphone, my wallet. As a designer with Swatch Watch in the early '90s I recall laying plastic cases together in staggered lines to see their tight tessellated pattern. I'm intrigued how the thing relates not just to it's context and use, but to itself. "Product Tessellation 4: Nizor Scissor Knife" is a door into some of this thinking. Subtle areas to notice are that closed blades create a mirrored shape, negative space between thDesigned by: Rama Chorpashwww.chorpash.com

Glen Jackson TaylorKiel Mead, Driftwood Hooks. 2012Found in New York, made in New York: designer Kiel Mead scours the shores of New York state for beached driftwood. After a thorough process of bleaching and staining, the seasoned wood discovers new life--as a helpful hook. No two are alike.Designed by: Kiel Meadwww.kielmead.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRuta Reifen, Floral Charades. 2011-2012In my crafting process, I mimic the way I perceive the natural world rather than its appearance, in the form of flowery asymmetrical compositions. For each piece I create jewelry, objects of adornment and display, in forms and shapes that might have occurred in nature but that nature is unlikely to have produced. I hand-carve these arrangements to create hollow-forms, my use of automotive paint is to emphasis our preference of the fake over the genuine. My aim is to challenge our notion of the nDesigned by: Ruta Reifenwww.rutareifen.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRuta Reifen, Floral Charades. 2011-2012In my crafting process, I mimic the way I perceive the natural world rather than its appearance, in the form of flowery asymmetrical compositions. For each piece I create jewelry, objects of adornment and display, in forms and shapes that might have occurred in nature but that nature is unlikely to have produced. I hand-carve these arrangements to create hollow-forms, my use of automotive paint is to emphasis our preference of the fake over the genuine. My aim is to challenge our notion of the nDesigned by: Ruta Reifenwww.rutareifen.com

Glen Jackson TaylorDaniel Michalik, Ligado candelabra, 2011Beautiful and strange, perhaps more the latter. Ligado is a candelabra system made from interlocking sections of raw cork bark, after wine stoppers have been punched out. Unlike what I have used previously, this is cork in its most basic state. The only design is the utterly manmade color, applied to the otherworldly natural texture. Available in 6" and 12" lengths, the piece lock together using the stoppers themselves as linkage, creating infinite form, color and size combinations.Designed by: Daniel Michalikwww.danielmichalik.com

Glen Jackson TaylorDaniel Michalik, Massimo Plates, 2011These stacking plates were inspired by the melamine plates designed by Massimo Vignelli that I grew up using. We have changed the material experience to one that is warm and soft, with color as a subtle accent. Now available with bright white stripes. Made from high-density recycled cork. Food safe and hand-washable.Designed by: Daniel Michalikwww.danielmichalik.com

Glen Jackson TaylorDaniel Michalik, 50/50, 2012The 50/50 series of accessories and jewelry is a bit more genteel in function. This series of jewelry and accessories celebrates two contrasting natural materials, one dark and chaotic, one cool and bright. Simple geometric facets allow for varied elevations and for light to play off of the surfaces, inviting contemplation when the conversation gets long and the wine gets low.Designed by: Daniel Michalikwww.danielmichalik.com

Glen Jackson TaylorChris Adamick, Copper Table, 2012Copper Top is an oak framed side table with copper panels that are meant to show signs of use and age over time. It's small scale open form allows it to be interpreted into many uses and interior environments over its life. This project was inspired in part by a visit with the photographer Julius Shulman at his home in Hollywood designed by Raphael Soriano in the late '40s. I was blown away by how the architecture had aged to nestle into its overgrown surroundings and how warm the space felt wDesigned by: Chris Adamickwww.chrisadamick.com

Glen Jackson TaylorChris Adamick, Copper Table, 2012Copper Top is an oak framed side table with copper panels that are meant to show signs of use and age over time. It's small scale open form allows it to be interpreted into many uses and interior environments over its life. This project was inspired in part by a visit with the photographer Julius Shulman at his home in Hollywood designed by Raphael Soriano in the late '40s. I was blown away by how the architecture had aged to nestle into its overgrown surroundings and how warm the space felt wDesigned by: Chris Adamickwww.chrisadamick.com

Glen Jackson TaylorChen Chen and Kai Williams, Objects Box. 2012The box comes from Maarten van Severen's "Hybrid" cutlery set for When Objects Work. We have repurposed it from one meant for extremely functional objects to one for completely functionless objects. These bizarre objects are the result of material experiments and the boxed set becomes a miniature cabinet of curiosities. Designed by: Chen Chen and Kai Williamswww.chen-williams.com

Glen Jackson TaylorChen Chen and Kai Williams, Objects Box. 2012The box comes from Maarten van Severen's "Hybrid" cutlery set for When Objects Work. We have repurposed it from one meant for extremely functional objects to one for completely functionless objects. These bizarre objects are the result of material experiments and the boxed set becomes a miniature cabinet of curiosities. Designed by: Chen Chen and Kai Williamswww.chen-williams.com

Glen Jackson TaylorKarl Zahn, Dunk. 2010.It's a basketball hoop. It's a light. A blend between the incredible functionality of a basketball hoop and the ironic fragility of a light bulb. Tension results as the viewer suppresses their overwhelming urge to use the basketball hoop as intended with the realization that they cannot.Designed by: Karl Zahnwww.karlzahn.com

Glen Jackson TaylorKarl Zahn, Dunk. 2010.It's a basketball hoop. It's a light. A blend between the incredible functionality of a basketball hoop and the ironic fragility of a light bulb. Tension results as the viewer suppresses their overwhelming urge to use the basketball hoop as intended with the realization that they cannot.Designed by: Karl Zahnwww.karlzahn.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRyan Thistle, #2 Aluminium Pen. 2011#2 is an all aluminium ballpoint pen inspired by the ubiquitous #2 pencil. In contrast to the light, throwaway feel of most writing implements, #2's solid, weighty body adds a familiar feel and reassuring gravity to every stroke. Each pen is 100% recyclable, and uses precise press-fit machining instead of glue in its assembly. Simply pull out the replaceable cartridge from the front and replace it.Designed by: Ryan Thistlewww.ryanthistle.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRyan Thistle, #2 Aluminium Pen. 2011#2 is an all aluminium ballpoint pen inspired by the ubiquitous #2 pencil. In contrast to the light, throwaway feel of most writing implements, #2's solid, weighty body adds a familiar feel and reassuring gravity to every stroke. Each pen is 100% recyclable, and uses precise press-fit machining instead of glue in its assembly. Simply pull out the replaceable cartridge from the front and replace it.Designed by: Ryan Thistlewww.ryanthistle.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRyan Thistle, Pet Rocks. 2009Pet Rocks are a study in bringing flooring material into a volume, showcasing the various filler woods found in flooring instead of the traditionally favored surface. Each stone is shaped individually, bringing a different personality to the group. Designed by: Ryan Thistlewww.ryanthistle.com

Glen Jackson TaylorRyan Thistle, Pet Rocks. 2009Pet Rocks are a study in bringing flooring material into a volume, showcasing the various filler woods found in flooring instead of the traditionally favored surface. Each stone is shaped individually, bringing a different personality to the group. Designed by: Ryan Thistlewww.ryanthistle.com

Glen Jackson TaylorAlta Price & Jonah Koppel, Timepieces. 2011-presentThis edition of hourglasses brings the artists' work into the realm of functional design. Originally conceived of on a whim, taking cafeteria salt shakers and transforming them into an ancient bit of timekeeping technology, the project has developed to include both iconic images from art history texts and whimsical drawings, encased in salt shakers as well as larger-scale sugar dispensers and other basic restaurant supplies. Used as egg timers, arbitrary timekeepers, or conversation and contemplDesigned by: Alta Price & Jonah Koppelwww.artwareeditions.com

Glen Jackson TaylorMichelle Frick, Avian Intensive Care Unit. 2007The hospital paraphernalia for which I have developed an affinity, may trigger uneasy associations. My interest lies in playing with these associations when the objects are recontextualized by exploring the animate qualities they carry. Repetitive processes, such as the application and hardening of multiple layers of paper and tape, are integral to my working process. My work implies a series of contradictions. These include nature and the synthetic world that sustains us, the natural resilienceDesigned by: Michelle Frickwww.michellefrick.org

From Broadway to Rockaway, Pelham to Freshkills, 8.2 million people call New York City home. On the occasion of New York Design Week, Core77 takes a moment to survey the landscape of all five boroughs with an open call to designers to represent their hometown.

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- Feb 17, 2011

Returning to the London Design Museum for the fourth year, the exhibition presented around 100 projects that fall into seven categories - architecture, fashion, furniture, graphics, interactive, product and transport

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- Feb 06, 2011

Founded in 1989, the North American International Auto Show is annual showcase of the best in automotive design. The 2011 show took place in Detroit January 10th-23rd and showcased everything from concept cars, auto previews, and vintage beauties. Celebrating a record turnout this year with over 735,000 attendees, this year's auto show was a celebration of the industry's recovery and a peek into its future

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- Jan 14, 2011

NYU's Interactive Telecommunications Program presented a two-day exhibition of recent works by students. The winter show is always an impressive collection of new ideas ranging from video sculpture, computational media and wearable technologies